Program Manager - High‑Power Laser Systems

Elbit Systems is an international high technology company engaged in a wide range of programs throughout the world, primarily in the defense and homeland security arenas

We develop and supply a broad portfolio of airborne, land and naval systems and products for defense, homeland security, and commercial applications

We are looking for a Program Manager to join our HPL Business Unit, which is part of the ISTAR & EW Division

The job is located in Rehovot

The HPL Business Unit is a world leader in in developing and producing state-of-the art High Power Laser systems

Our portfolio includes wide range of High-Power Laser system solutions for land and airborne applications

The Program Manager will join our successful team, leading the large-scale programs in the core of our business

Responsibilities

End to end management of multi-million $ projects, from contract signing, through development and production, till delivery and installation of the system at the customer's site

Build and control the program work plan, resources, budget, and risk management

Act as the focal point to the customer, including on-going communications, meetings, updates, and joint teamwork

Multi-interface matrix management in the fields of development, production, procurement and more

Effectively leading the development and operation teams based on strong technical background with multi-disciplinary and complex systems

Identifying and initiating business opportunities and developing relationships with the customers

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in management/engineering/Exact Sciences from a Relevant Field

Experience in managing and leading complex projects/processes

Multitasking capabilities

Experience in writing technical/contractual documents and preparing and delivering presentations

Comprehensive understanding of financial, budgeting, and cost control aspect and budget management principles

Experience in leading large-scale programs in the defense field - an advantage

Experience in multi-interface matrix management – an advantage

Ability to learn independently and think "outside the box" - an advantage

Ability to lead business development and marketing processes with overseas customers – an advantage

Fluent English

Willingness to travel abroad

*Onlu suitable candidates will be contacted

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